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If you’re using Genesis, you’ll also need the Genesis theme compatibility plugin called Genesis Connect:
http://www.studiopress.com/plugins/genesis-connect

If you don’t want to use that paid version, you can try using the free BP Template Pack plugin:
https://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/bp-template-pack/

Although, it should be stated that Genesis Connect is probably better suited as it should integrate with your Genesis theme seamlessly, while BP Template Pack will give you a generic look that might not gel with your theme and might require some CSS and template tinkering to get it just the way you want.

@rogercoathup FYI I had the notice in codex page for BP 1.5 forums to disable discussion forums in BP > Components since it only mentioned group forums in description. I had not done so in the new (currently being updated) page for BP 1.6 forums because I hadn’t tested whether deactivating discussion forums in current version would go awry since there was a revision which now mentioned it in re BOTH group and sitewide forums. However, since core dev has mentioned that it works above, I have now added this info for Installing Sitewide Forums only in codex for 1.6. https://codex.buddypress.org/getting-started/installing-group-and-sitewide-forums/#c-set-up-sitewide-forums-only

Delete bb-config.php in root of WP install https://codex.buddypress.org/getting-started/installing-group-and-sitewide-forums/#e-forums-frequently-asked-questions

Thread closed. I know it’s not easy to let the moderators know you’ve found duplicate threads, but feel free to reach out or mention one of our names so we can come in and sort it out.

@raminjan Stop creating duplicate threads. It does not help you to get people to respond to your questions more quickly.

The 1.57 was flawed. The new 1.6 has reeked chaos. I don’t wish to be negative but there are real problems with this add on. Admittedly you have to work through upgrade difficulties but our own site died and could not be repaired. Fortunately we did have a back up but have to start asking the hard questions about is this the right path to take.

Hi!
Is there reaaly anybody from BuddyPress answering to all these questions?
It’s a shame launching a new update and NOT SUPPORTING us. Plase somebody Answer.

I have upgraded from version 1.5 to 1.6 but nothing’s working.
I decided to uninstall 1.5 and then install 1.6 but no files or option are showing after installing it through ftp since installation directly from WordPress does not work.
What’s this bug and and can I fix this?
Thanks;

@notpoppy – You have the right idea that your code is loading before BuddyPress and you are also correct to have read the Checking if BuddyPress is active codex article.

Now, you just need to connect the dots!

1. Create a new folder (eg. /my-bp-plugin/).
2. Copy and paste the contents of what you wrote above into a new file (eg. /my-bp-plugin/my-bp-plugin.php).
3. Now, copy and paste the contents of the codex article into a new file (eg. /my-bp-plugin/loader.php) into the folder you just created. Make sure to change the file path and name to the ones you created above as well as the meta data at the top of the file.
4. You should now have a folder with two files. Move this folder into the /wp-content/plugins/ directory, navigate to the WP admin dashboard and activate the plugin!

If you have any other questions, let me know.

Cool start, you’ve posted this in the gallery section so probably for your questions you would get more responses if you put them each in a post in one of the other forums. For instance the ‘Creating and Extending’ for customisation or ‘Installing BuddyPress’ for setting up, or ‘How-To and Troubleshooting’ for any issues and after set up.

As far as commenting on the site I’d love to see the front page show more of the community within. I always think it’s a shame to just have a wall of text when you land on a community. Maybe expand on the logo styling and rough up (for want of a better design term) the other elements. I’m a sucker for a bit of personality in a site and think considering your topic you could do that fairly easily.

.. and here’s a write up on how to use hooks (or in this case filters), to add your dynamic menu item:

http://stackoverflow.com/questions/10644384/dynamic-url-in-wordpress-navigation

Obviously, you’ll have to adapt the code to add your BuddyPress profile links.

You can also ignore the comment about playing with the priority number for ordering (that’s nonsense). You’d have to take the item list (incoming parameter), and manipulate that – inserting your menu at the right point.

It’s not ‘cut and paste’ though, and you’ll need some reasonable PHP development skills to get it set up correctly.

@sp12 found via Google -> @otto42 ‘s mini-plugin to alphabetize My Site in nav bar

@modemlooper, changing his profile/username will only show activity going forward, not retroactively

@sp12 what modemlooper is trying to say is that there is a strange feature at buddypress.org which hides your activity stream (due to spam concerns) so a way around it is to change your profile and edit your name field to something else other than 12sp (I changed mine from Synaptic to Asynaptic)

when you make the change you’ll be able to then see your activities on this site going forward, but you will NOT see activity prior to making the change, so your best bet is to recall keywords and then to search google like this (remove quotes of course):

“site:buddypress.org KEYWORD”

and hope that it has been crawled in google.

This “feature” to fight spam has been a source of questions by MANY users here at buddypress.org so much so that it seems the best bet is to either change it or to at least INFORM people once they register that they must change their name/username to be able to see their activity!

No idea why mods ignore this – it would not only cut down on confused questions but also improve usability of the site since prior activity is never shown, even when the change is made.

@michaeljdornan it’s unfortunate that sbrajesh’s Join Blog Widget for WPMS doesn’t work in your WP MultiNetwork /BP MultiNetwork installation. Following options are available: you’d have to code one or hire a developer to do so for you or wait for a developer to release a free plugin just like the Join Blog Widget for your set up.

https://codex.buddypress.org/troubleshooting/frequently-asked-questions/ ?

https://codex.buddypress.org/troubleshooting/frequently-asked-questions/

Hi Auktweena — that plugin is not related to BuddyPress, so you would be better off asking questions on the forum for the plugin, or on the wordpress.org forums.

As for step 3 – that’s standard ‘stuff’ for integrating a plugin’s templates into the theme you’re using for your website. This article gives you an introduction to theme development in WordPress: https://codex.wordpress.org/Theme_Development

Generally, theme work requires PHP development experience. In your case, to get the basics up and running, it looks like you just need to copy some files… you’ll need an FTP client to navigate and copy / move around the files on your website.

It’s vital to read the posts carefully and pick up on all the questions that may be asked by us as they are all asked for a definite reason and will allow us to work out the issue and hopefully the solution quickly with minimum of posts

This post while relating to slightly different things may help you get on track.

http://wordpress.stackexchange.com/questions/15633/how-can-i-redirect-user-after-entering-wrong-passowrd

You’ll probably need to upgrade your BuddyPress version for compatibility with the latest version of WordPress.

Unfortunately, a number of look / feel aspects typically change when you upgrade BuddyPress (particularly coming from a relatively old version). It often requires developer support to upgrade and retain your site’s design.

Some questions that will help you get further support:

What version of BuddyPress are you on / were you on previously?

Which ‘off the shelf’ theme (if any) are you using?

If bespoke theme – is it a child of another theme – which version?